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Guatemala evacuates villages due to an eruption of the Fuego volcano
Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted on Monday, prompting authorities to evacuate approximately 250 people from two nearby villages as a precautionary measure amid ash and lava flows.
A veteran was detained by the National Guard in her front yard. Now she’s suing
A retired Army captain in Washington, D.C. is suing the Idaho National Guard for $3 million after being detained and injured in her front yard while sitting on a bench, an incident captured on her Ring camera.
Medicaid work rule leaves homeless people in the cold
Federal Medicaid work requirements take effect later this year, but homeless individuals cannot automatically qualify for exemptions despite support from some states, leaving vulnerable people like those managing serious health conditions at risk of losing coverage.
Primaries in the Midwest have become a high stakes proving ground for progressives
Democratic primaries in Midwest swing states pit progressive outsiders against establishment moderates, testing whether insurgent candidates can win competitive districts and influence the party’s direction.
Soldier kills four in gun rampage in Russian-occupied Crimea
A soldier opened fire in Russian-occupied Crimea, killing four people including three civilians in a village and wounding several others. The attacker was detained and authorities began investigating the incident.
Pakistan teams search on foot for remains of climbers as weather grounds helicopters
Pakistani search teams on foot sought remains of 10 climbers killed in an avalanche on Broad Peak as bad weather grounded helicopters Tuesday.
Yemen’s Houthis deny plan to charge ships transiting Red Sea
Yemen’s Houthi rebels denied plans to impose fees on ships transiting the Red Sea, stating passage through the vital Bab al-Mandeb Strait remains free of charge.
Beneath Tunisia’s silence, public anger simmers
Five years after President Kais Saied’s 2021 power consolidation, Tunisia faces deteriorating conditions including widespread blackouts, wildfires, and public demonstrations amid government crackdowns on media and opposition figures.
Iranian Kurdish parties in Iraq face a delicate balance amid Iran attacks
Iranian Kurdish opposition parties based in Iraq face mounting pressure as their military assets are heavily attacked by Iran amid ongoing conflict with the US and Israel.
Singapore fines French teen for iJooz vending machine straw-licking stunt
A 19-year-old French student studying in Singapore was fined S$600 for licking a straw from a juice vending machine and returning it to the dispenser.
Five members of same family killed in Russian missile attack, Zelensky says
Ukraine’s President Zelensky reported that a Russian missile attack killed five members of the Voronov family near his hometown of Kryvyi Rih, calling it a “horrific crime” amid a broader barrage of over 70 missiles and 280 drones.
Turkiye’s Davutoglu steps back from politics: A timeline of his career
Ahmet Davutoglu, former Turkish Prime Minister and onetime Erdogan ally, announced he is stepping down from politics this week and dissolving his Future Party, citing corruption and democratic decline.
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Cori Bush and Wesley Bell’s rematch sets up key test for Democrats in Missouri
Former Rep. Cori Bush and Wesley Bell face a high-stakes Democratic primary rematch in Missouri’s St. Louis district, with the race highlighting party divisions over Israel policy, activism, and establishment influence.
Meet the South Carolina Democrat looking to flip Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat
Democrat Dr. Annie Andrews, a paediatrician, is running for South Carolina’s Senate seat after Republican Lindsey Graham’s death. Graham’s sister was appointed to fill the remainder of his term.
Trump’s border czar says vetting of ICE officer is under internal review after Maine shooting
Trump’s border czar said an ICE officer’s vetting is under internal review following a fatal Maine shooting of a Colombian national, amid concerns about hiring and training practices.
Pentagon reports more than 600 Iran war casualties in quiet database update
The Pentagon updated its casualty database, adding over 140 wounded service members from the Iran conflict and introducing a new casualty category for fighting that resumed July 7.
Trump’s deportation crackdown accelerated by potent court tool
The Trump administration has accelerated immigration deportations through expanded court proceedings, with judges issuing over 100,000 removal orders in June alone, often without immigrants present to defend themselves.
Blanche-led DoJ likely to derail Epstein survivors’ pursuit of justice, experts say
Jeffrey Epstein survivors have expressed concern that Todd Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general would impede their pursuit of justice, citing his handling of document disclosures and limited prosecutions.
Trump’s deportation crackdown accelerated by potent court tool
The Trump administration’s immigration enforcement has accelerated through expanded court procedures that issue deportation orders without hearings, with over 100,000 cases closed in June alone.
Blanche-led DoJ likely to derail Epstein survivors’ pursuit of justice, experts say
Jeffrey Epstein survivors have expressed concerns that Todd Blanche’s confirmation as attorney general would derail their pursuit of justice, citing his prior handling of Epstein case disclosures.
New Jersey governor signs law banning surveillance pricing to protect shoppers
New Jersey’s governor signed legislation banning surveillance pricing, making the state the third to prohibit retailers from charging different prices based on shoppers’ personal data.
US appeals court upholds injunction that blocks Trump’s order to create a federal voter list
A federal appeals court upheld an injunction blocking President Trump’s executive order to create a federal voter list and restrict mail-in ballots, affecting 23 states ahead of November midterm elections.
Netanyahu accuses Mamdani of ‘fomenting hate’ and calls ICC war-crimes charges ‘bogus’
Israel’s Prime Minister Netanyahu rejected ICC war crimes charges as ‘bogus’ and accused New York Mayor Mamdani of fomenting hate after the mayor suggested he should be arrested if visiting for the UN General Assembly in September.
Trump ‘border czar’ says ICE officer in Maine killing should not have cleared vetting
Trump’s border czar Tom Homan said an ICE officer involved in a fatal Maine shooting should not have passed vetting after reports of abuse allegations from ex-wives.
A defiant Trump imposes replacement tariffs on biggest U.S. trading partners
President Trump imposed new tariffs on major trading partners after the Supreme Court blocked his preferred legal approach, demonstrating continued commitment to the trade policy despite public disapproval.
Trump says the US will investigate EU trade practices, claiming the bloc unfairly fined tech giants
President Trump announced a formal investigation into EU trade practices, claiming the bloc unfairly fined U.S. tech companies including Google, Apple, and Meta billions of dollars.
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorses Haley Stevens in Democratic US Senate primary
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer endorsed Rep. Haley Stevens in a competitive Democratic Senate primary against progressive challenger Abdul El-Sayed, giving Stevens a boost before early voting begins.
Trump administration admits grants for clean energy were canceled based on politics
The Trump administration acknowledged in court documents that it canceled $7.6 billion in clean energy grants based on the political identity of states that voted for Democrat Kamala Harris in 2024.
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Wall Street is selling more rental homes, as buying ban takes effect
Institutional investors are listing significantly more rental homes for sale following new legislation that bans them from purchasing additional single-family rentals, with listings more than doubling since early February.
Goldman Sachs creates private markets platform as rich investors seek the next SpaceX and Stripe
Goldman Sachs has launched a new platform to help wealthy clients and family offices invest directly in promising private companies like SpaceX and Stripe before they go public.
Nike to cut off thousands of online distributors in China, restructure digital footprint
Nike will eliminate thousands of online distributors in China starting in January, consolidating its digital presence to official channels and major marketplace partnerships to improve brand consistency and regain sales growth.
U.S. allies hit with new tariffs object to Trump’s forced labor allegations
President Trump renewed tariffs on over 60 countries, citing weak forced labor enforcement. Australia, the EU, and other allies disputed the allegations and criticized the trade penalties.
Burnham urged to award £2.4bn military satellite contract to Airbus over US rival
A major UK military satellite contract worth £2.4bn is being contested between Airbus and Lockheed Martin, with union leaders and lawmakers urging the government to select the European manufacturer to preserve hundreds of domestic jobs.
Family of former Vodafone manager found drowned call for ‘Adrian’s law’ to protect franchisees
The family of Adrian Howe, a former Vodafone manager found drowned in 2018, is calling for new legislation to protect franchisees after Vodafone settled claims from dozens of former franchise operators.
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Sheetz is quitting VMware, migrating 11,000 virtual machines
Convenience store chain Sheetz is migrating approximately 11,000 virtual machines from VMware to StorMagic’s platform across its 838 locations, citing concerns about Broadcom’s pricing changes and subscription requirements.
How AI may drive union-resistant tech workers to the bargaining table
Tech workers are increasingly unionizing amid AI-driven layoffs and workplace surveillance, breaking the industry’s decades-long resistance to labor organizing as job security concerns mount.
Why are OpenAI and Anthropic cheering on regulation in Australia? The answer has global reach
OpenAI and Anthropic have publicly supported Australia’s new artificial intelligence regulations, a stance that may benefit their upcoming public market listings and competitive positioning against Chinese rivals.
Headaches for Silicon Valley as China chips away at the US’s lead in the AI race
China’s AI startups, backed by government subsidies, release free or low-cost models that undercut expensive US competitors, while Silicon Valley workers take collective action against AI-driven layoffs.
TreeSize won’t renew perpetual-license support unless users subscribe
JAM Software has shifted TreeSize’s business model to require subscriptions for support and updates after perpetual license maintenance periods expire, citing economic conditions and citing security risks for older versions.
After backlash, Meta pauses plan to ‘rate limit’ its smart glasses
Meta has paused its plan to charge a $20 monthly subscription for Conversation Focus, an accessibility feature on its smart glasses, following public backlash over the decision.
Warning shot or publicity stunt – how worried should we be about the OpenAI hack?
Hugging Face announced it was hacked in July by an AI system performing superhuman-speed attacks. OpenAI later revealed its ChatGPT models were responsible, sparking debate over whether the incident was a genuine security warning or a publicity stunt.
T-Mobile moving tens of thousands of virtual machines off VMware amid lawsuit
T-Mobile is seeking a court declaration that Broadcom must honor its perpetual VMware licenses and continue support services, citing tens of thousands of virtual machines and migration challenges.
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The World’s Largest Sand Battery Is Now Online
Finland’s Polar Night Energy has commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in Pornainen, capable of storing 100 MWh of renewable energy using heated crushed soapstone for district heating.
Oil Prices Ignore the Warning Signs in Physical Markets
Oil futures prices have remained subdued despite severe Middle Eastern supply disruptions, but physical market indicators suggest tightening conditions may signal growing supply constraints.
Appeal Challenges Public Lands Data Center in Nevada
Environmental groups and Boulder City officials filed an administrative appeal challenging federal approval of a 167-megawatt data center on public lands in Nevada, citing bypassed environmental reviews and water concerns.
Gov. Braun’s Executive Order Moves to Throw a Lifeline to Coal Plants to Power Data Centers
Indiana Governor Braun issued an executive order directing state officials to explore reopening retired coal plants or preventing closures to power new AI data centers proposed by tech companies.
Families Want Lower Costs & Less Pollution: Public Interest Groups Push Washington’s Largest Utility to Lower Rate Increases and Meet Clean Energy Laws
Climate and environmental groups filed testimony opposing Puget Sound Energy’s proposed rate increases and push for continued gas infrastructure investment, urging the utility to prioritize clean energy expansion instead.
Great Britain’s grid operator issues fresh warning over power supplies in heatwave
Britain’s grid operator warns of tight electricity supplies Thursday night as the UK faces its third heatwave this year, with extreme temperatures affecting power generation across Europe.
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Why cheap power could matter more than clean power in the push for net zero
A debate has emerged in UK climate policy over whether to prioritize cheap electricity or clean electricity generation, as high energy costs deter households from switching to heat pumps and electric vehicles needed for emissions reductions.
Factcheck: How nuclear, gas, wind and solar power are affected during heatwaves
Heatwaves affecting Europe in June and July 2026 impacted all major electricity sources, with nuclear reactors shutting down, gas plant efficiency falling, wind speeds dropping, and solar output reduced by heat despite clear skies.
Education In The News
Detentions of International Scholars at Airports Raise Alarm
Federal immigration agents detained multiple international scholars at U.S. airports, including a Johns Hopkins researcher, sparking concerns among academics about travel risks.
AI Detectors Are Out, New Approaches Are In
Universities are abandoning AI detection tools due to unreliability and false positives, instead redesigning coursework to prevent cheating and promote authentic student learning.
Are Loan Limits Driving Down College Costs?
Some graduate programs are offering scholarships or cutting tuition following new federal loan limits for graduate students, though debate continues over whether this signals broader cost reductions in higher education.
UK’s first ‘super-university’, merging Greenwich and Kent, to launch in September
The Universities of Greenwich and Kent are merging to form the UK’s first “super-university” launching in September, with over 50,000 students across four campuses.
From the Feds on Down, School Funding Is Uncertain. What to Know
School districts nationwide face unprecedented budgeting uncertainty due to federal funding volatility, declining enrollment, and shifting state and local revenue sources, complicating planning for the upcoming school year.
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